Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

usual-platitudes

noun
/ˈjuːʒuəl ˈplætɪˌtjudz/
Definition
Commonly used phrases that lack originality and depth.
Examples
  • During the meeting, his usual platitudes failed to inspire the team.
  • She tired of hearing the usual platitudes about hard work and success.
  • His speeches were filled with the same old usual platitudes that everyone had heard before.
Meaning
Usual platitudes refer to repetitive statements or clichés that are often used in conversations but do not offer meaningful insight or new perspectives.
Synonyms
  • clichés
  • truisms
  • banalities
  • commonplaces
  • stale remarks